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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Leros
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
9 h 35 m
Average duration
9 h 35 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Leros is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Leros will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £54.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Leros every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 15 Jul the direct ferries cover the 291 km distance in an average of 9 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 35 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
15:009h35Athens0:35Leros£541One-way0 changes- 16:009h35Athens1:35Leros£591One-way0 changes
- 16:009h35Athens1:35Leros£591One-way0 changes
- 15:009h35Athens0:35Leros£541One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Leros
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Leros among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £44, and a flight costs an average of £64.
Distance: 157 nautical miles (291 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£54 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price |
10h 58m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Athens to Leros Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 05:05 | Duration 9h35 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 02:10 | Duration 9h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 05:45 | Duration 8h15 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 01:35 | Duration 9h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 04:45 | Duration 8h15 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 00:35 | Duration 9h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Athens to Leros ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Leros ferries for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE STAR PATMOS | 17:00 Port of Piraeus | 9h10 | 2:10 Lakki Port | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Leros
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Ferries from Athens to Leros run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 58m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £44 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 157 nautical miles (291 km) distance in 8h 15m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Leros are available to foot passengers.
Distance 157 nautical miles (291 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 8h 15m |
First ferry 0:30 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Athens to LerosYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Leros with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £44. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Athens to Leros ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Leros by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leros, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Leros
Most Athens to Leros ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Lakki Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Leros ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Leros leave from?
Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre
Port of Piraeus port facilities and services
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
Which Leros port do ferries from Athens arrive at?
Getting to Lakki Port from Leros city centre
Lakki Port is 1 km from Leros city centre. Public transport options include:
Lakki Port port facilities and services
Lakki Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food and drink
Food options include: Mylos Fish Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki Tou Mentiou (0.5km), Pirofani (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lakki Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lakki Port.
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